With freezing temperatures and a significant cold front forecasted to move across Texas this weekend, Medina Electric Cooperative and is prepared for any impact it could have on our service area. As always, Medina EC is prepared to respond to any outages.
ERCOT Weather Watch in Effect
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a Texas Advisory and Notification System (TXANS) Weather Watch effective Saturday, Jan. 24, through Tuesday, Jan. 27.
While ERCOT forecasts higher electrical demand due to the cold, grid conditions are currently expected to be normal. A Weather Watch is an advance notification to the public that significant weather is approaching.
How to Prepare: The Four P’s
We encourage all members to take time to prepare their homes and families for the sub-freezing temperatures. Remember to protect the Four P’s:
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People: Check on neighbors and the elderly. Ensure you have warm clothing and blankets.
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Pets: Bring outdoor animals inside or provide adequate warm shelter.
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Pipes: Wrap exposed outdoor pipes and allow indoor faucets to drip to prevent freezing.
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Plants: Move potted plants indoors and cover sensitive outdoor vegetation.
For a comprehensive checklist, visit Ready.gov/Winter-Weather.
Track Outages & Stay Informed
If you experience a power outage, please report it immediately. The fastest way to report and track outages is through SmartHub.
For outage notifications:
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Live Outage Map: View current status at MedinaEC.org/Outages.
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SmartHub Notifications: Receive real-time SMS or email alerts. To sign up, log in to SmartHub, go to Settings > Contact Methods, and verify your phone number and email.
Weather conditions can impact restoration times due to hazardous driving conditions. Crews will work as quickly as safely possible to respond to outages.
Energy Saving Tips
Heating your home during a "Hard Freeze" can significantly increase energy usage. To help keep your costs down while staying warm:
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Set your thermostat to 68 degrees or lower, if health permits.
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Close curtains and blinds to keep heat inside.
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Find more ways to save at MedinaEC.org/EnergySavings.
For the latest weather updates, follow the National Weather Service:
